.com). Scientists monitored people's sleeping habits for two weeks, then exposed them to a cold virus. Those who clocked less than seven hours were three times more likely to get sick than those who slept for at least eight hours. Drink on the runThat healthy boost
with recovery. Much better than staying indoors and feeling miserable for not training. Anything on the chest at all, DON'T RUN! – XL-manAh, glad this came up. Mini Tweety has just given me her cold – my first one in ages. I like the idea of going out for a walk
?A The best defence against colds and flu is a strong and healthy immune system. A wealth of natural remedies is available that can both alleviate symptoms and strengthen your natural immunity. Essential oils are one possibility. Cinnamon leaf essential oil
before, rather than after, meals, possibly because exercise primes the body to process fuel more efficiently. Cramping your style: Climate Change "Muscles seem more inclined to cramp in very cold or hot weather – or in transition between
Getty ImagesBelieve it or not, people who exercise frequently or for prolonged periods are more likely to pick up infections and catch colds than sedentary people.This is even more likely in autumn and winter – the traditional season for a
run, it can take a while for your skin and core temperatures to settle back to similar levels again, and this could explain your chill. The coldness you feel is probably just a reaction caused by the differences between the core, skin and water
Q No matter what the weather hot or cold, dry or wet my nose drips constantly as I run. As youd expect, its a serious nuisance. What could be causing this problem? Could it be something in my diet?A Youre not alone. Nasal discharge becomes
them, you won't get cold - make time for them in between your warm-up jog and heading to the start line and, as soon as the gun goes, you'll be running comfortably.Arm SwingsYour upper body should remain relaxed while running. Loosen up by swinging your
people, five per cent develop an antigen-antibody reaction, resulting in watery discharge from the nose and eyes and sneezing. These symptoms also make hay fever hard to distinguish from the common cold.Hay fever is more likely to affect you if a blood
, except on race day. I don't miss it. You need to find other ways to make the brain "buzz" and fired up. Two weeks cold turkey is not that long. Brave it out. – Tri TaffiaCut back, then use it sparingly for long runsI think the 'best of both worlds' option
